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Good grain storage doesn’t stop when the bin is full. Proper aeration helps maintain grain quality after harvest by cooling grain, managing moisture, and creating more consistent storage conditions throughout the bin.

Meridian AirMax® Aeration Systems are designed specifically for hopper-bottom bins and can be factory installed on new Meridian bins or added to many existing hopper bin installations. Available in vertical and horizontal configurations, AirMax systems help move air through the grain column to support natural air drying, reduce the risk of spoilage, and improve grain storage conditions. Whether storing grain for a few weeks or several months, aeration can play an important role in protecting crop quality and maintaining marketability.

Hopper Bin Aeration

Model Max Bin Size (bushels) Dimensions Internal Diameter Screen Surface (sq. inch) Inlet Size and Type
Vertical One Piece
V3004                                    3,500 30″x4′ 20″ 6,299 9″x14″ Rectangular
V3006                                    5,000 30″x6′ 20″ 9,656 9″x14″ Rectangular
V3008                                    6,000 30″x8′ 20″ 13,132 9″x14″ Rectangular
V4504                                    7,000 45″x4′ 30″ 9,301 14″x17″ Rectangular
Vertical Sectional (retrofits and high-flow applications)
VS3004                                    5,000 30″x4′ 20″                                         5,245 9″x14″ Rectangular
VS3006                                    8,000 30″x6′ 20″                                         7,990 9″x14″ Rectangular
VS4504                                  15,000 45″x4′ 30″                                         7,925 14″x17″ Rectangular
VS4506                                  20,000 45″x6′ 30″                                       12,100 14″x17″ Rectangular
Horizontal (removable for fertilizer storage)
H1808                                    3,300 18″x8′ N/A                                         3,478 18″ Round
H2408                                    5,000 24″x8′ N/A                                         4,660 24″ Round
H2410                                    6,500 24″x10′ N/A                                         6,284 24″ Round
H2410-HD                                    8,500 24″x10′ 24″                                         6,284 24″ Round
H2412-HD                                  11,000 24″x12′ 24″                                         7,908 24″ Round

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Vertical One Piece Aeration

Vertical Sectional Aeration (Retrofits and High-Flow Applications)

Horizontal Aeration

FAQ

Both systems are designed to move air through the grain. Vertical systems move air through a screened column that extends through the grain mass, while horizontal systems use a removable aeration duct positioned within the hopper bin. The best choice depends on the bin design and storage requirements.

Yes. Certain AirMax® aeration systems are specifically designed for retrofitting existing hopper bins, allowing producers to add aeration without replacing storage infrastructure.

In the right conditions, aeration systems can support natural air drying, allowing grain to be conditioned in storage rather than waiting for ideal field conditions. This can provide additional flexibility during harvest.
a CAD rendering of a hopper bottom cone for a grain bin showing the built in aeration systemAirMax 360
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